Located in North Stonington, CT, Stonington Institute offers co-occurring mental health and
outpatient care for people seeking help with substance use and related challenges.
The facility provides levels of care including co-occurring mental health, outpatient and
detox, a capacity of 31-50 beds and typical program lengths around 30 days.
The clinical model combines evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling,
cognitive behavioral therapy,
family therapy,
group therapy, eye movement therapy (emdr) and dialectical behavior therapy and a treatment philosophy that is evidence-based, individual treatment, trauma informed and twelve step.
The program serves men, women and veterans and treats alcohol, co-occurring disorders, drug addiction, opioids, benzodiazepines and cocaine.
On-site features include access to nature, outdoor lounge, gardens and walking trails.
The center works with 24 insurers including Tricare, Tufts Health, United Healthcare and Aetna, so cost should not be a barrier to reaching out.
Ongoing support continues after treatment through support meetings, aftercare group therapy and alumni reunions.
For details on admissions, availability, and coverage, reach out to Stonington Institute or call our 24/7 helpline.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Stonington Institute provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)